Physical Therapist Assist I
How this pay compares
This posting states $24.04–$37.26 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Illinois post a median of $50.29 an hour, the middle half $47.50–$55.20, across 163 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Illinois earn a median of $50.60 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Visa sponsorship record
From 1 October 2025 to 30 June 2026, the US Labor Department certified 2 H-1B applications from Memorial Health (Illinois) for physical therapists. That is the employer's record, not a promise for this job: ask its recruiter whether this one sponsors a visa. Green cards for physical therapists are on the Labor Department's Schedule A and are filed with USCIS directly, so this record holds almost none of any employer's. Every employer that sponsors physical therapists.
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About the job
Focused on the Future of Care
We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.
Position Type
On-site
Job Description Summary
Works with the licensed Physical Therapist in providing rehabilitation services, to patients of all ages, to attain maximum patient outcomes. Must be a IL eligible/ licensed Physical Therapist Essential Functions and Job Duties - Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, follows treatment program for patients of all ages. - Maintains appointment schedules. - Instructs patients and families in home program. - Communicates and collaborates with evaluating therapist and others providing service. - Implements treatment plan or care based on patient specific goals. - Advances treatment plan of care in collaboration with evaluating Physical Therapist. - Meets departmental standards and insurance guidelines for documentation of care. - Daily notes - Communicates with doctors - Recertifications - Billing - Outcome measures. - Endeavors to attain patient goals; progresses patient to appropriate level of independence. - Maintains current professional knowledge. - Attends all mandatory educational programs. - Seeks additional education that will enhance patient rehab program. - Shares knowledge with others in the department. - Seeks continuing education requirements to meet State and National licensing guidelines. - Maintains fiscal responsibility of the Department and the Hospital. - Compliant and accurate implementation of billing process. - Actively looks for ways to reduce costs. - Maintains patient/family confidentiality to comply with HIPPA regulations. - May assist in the supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant students. - Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Manager, Team Leader, and Evaluating Physical Therapist. - Serves on committees as requested. - My provide in-services and community aid. Highlights & Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness Benefits - Memorial HR
Job Description
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. - Good knowledge of the standard practices, equipment and rules relating to word processing, written and oral communications. - Working knowledge and application of the basic rules of grammar, punctuation, spelling, paragraphing, etc., required for clear oral and written communication. - Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. - Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. - Actively looks for ways to help people. - Instructing - Teaching others how to do something. - Ability to communicate with clear and concise written and verbal skills to physicians, consultants, and Rehabilitation team members. - Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions. - Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules. - Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). - Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. - Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. - Gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. - Good knowledge of Human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Education and/or Other Requirements Two years degree for approved Physical Therapy Assistant. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or another State. Current CPR card. Environmental Factors This position is performed within an environment of occasional exposure to environmental variations, above-normal noise-level, and/or unpleasant substances and limited exposure to hazardous or potentially injurious elements or conditions. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. - While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, bend and reach. - The employee will frequently be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least 5 to 50 pounds. Mental Demands - Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.
Pay Transparency
$24.04 - $37.26
Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.
From Memorial Health (Illinois)'s job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Not-for-profit health system with Memorial hospitals in Springfield, Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln and Taylorville and care sites across central Illinois.
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